A roof adds energy efficiency and durability to your home. You want to make sure your new roof not only looks great but is cost-effective as well. You may have limited finances; not to worry, there are many financing options available. Before you sign on the dotted line make sure you know the basics.
If you are considering hiring a roofing contractor to repair your roof, it will most likely be an urgent issue and needs to be attended to as quickly as possible. Putting off roof repair may further damage your roof and end up costing you more in the end. Whether you feel as though you are …
Hiring a roofer for the first time is a daunting task. Make the wrong choice, and you put yourself at risk. Here are some quick tips to help you land the perfect roofer.
Why is my roof is leaking? What do I do if I find a leak? Discovering that your roof is not doing its job can cause frustration and anxiety. However, there is a simple step by step process that will help you know what to do when you find a leak, how to locate it’s source, …
Kansas City is in Region 4 of the federal Energy Star program’s insulation map of our country. This means attics of our homes should have R38 to R60 insulation to provide the greatest return on investment and help lower energy bills. We at Bill West Roofing know that no matter how energy-efficient your Kansas City …
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Getting roof repairs or replacement done means a lot of money so it’s best to know how much you are expected to shell out before the project begins. Most residential roofing companies in Kansas City give estimates or quotes to prospective customers so you don’t have to do the math yourself. However, getting a quote and understanding what’s …
One of the most common questions we get at Bill West Roofing concerns algae growth on roofs. Every week or so, a homeowner contacts us asking why there is staining, streaking, or dark spots on their roof. These signs usually indicate algae growth. Fortunately, the staining itself does not effect your roof negatively other than …
If you’re a first time homeowner, roofs are as enigmatic as home improvement projects could get. While it may not seem like it, asphalt shingle roofs can be really complicated – or so it seems. This post should be able to explain to you the basics of an asphalt shingle roof.
When the roof on your home in the greater Kansas City area begins to show signs of age, and you are facing shingle roof replacement, how do you decide between another round of fiberglass-asphalt shingles, or metal roofing? If you are not familiar with both types, you cannot make an educated decision. Bill West Roofing …
Fickle weather, severe storms, and blazing heat – there’s really no perfect season for a shingle roof replacement. When getting your home prepared for a new roof, it’s important to talk to a trusted, local roofing contractor to find out what steps you need to take to be ready. For Kansas City homeowners, the team …
